Thomas Rolfe

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A photograph of the "Sedgeford Portrait," said to represent Pocahontas and her son.[1] Pocahontas

Thomas Rolfe (January 30, 1615 - c. 1675) was the only child of Pocahontas by her English husband John Rolfe.

Rolfe was born at Smith's Plantation in Jamestown, Virginia. After growing up in England, he returned to Virginia in 1635. He was a powerful leader in the tribe Powhatan (named after the chief and father of Pocahontas) later on meeting Jane Poythress and then marrying her. He served in the English military until 1675. His only child, Jane Rolfe (b. October 10, 1650) married Colonel Robert Bolling in 1675 and had one child, John Bolling (b. January 26, 1676). Many Americans may claim descent from Rolfe, including some politicians. In 1675, Rolfe died at the age of 59 or 60. He was survived by his wife and child.

As a result of Thomas Rolfe's birth, the Rolfe family is considered one of the First Families of Virginia.

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